San Francisco: Holiday Lights Tour by Open-Top Bus with Guide
- Duration1h 30m
- Max Travelers30 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Christmas
Overview
Explore San Francisco’s enchanting holiday lights on an 85-minute open-top bus tour. This festive experience takes you through the city’s decorated streets, showcasing sparkling Christmas trees, vibrant decorations, and stunning light displays from the ILLUMINATE SF Festival of Light. With a live guide sharing local insights and festive stories, you’ll enjoy the magic of the season from a unique vantage point. The tour wraps up at Pier 39, where you can soak in the holiday spirit and admire the iconic Christmas tree.
– 85-minute panoramic tour on a double-decker bus during the holiday season
– See festive landmarks, colorful decorations, and illuminated art installations
– Enjoy live commentary from an English-speaking guide
– Finish your tour at Pier 39 with its spectacular holiday atmosphere
What's included
Free onboard Wi-Fi
Festive decorations and atmosphere aboard bus
Iconic Double-Decker Open-top Bus
Holiday Lights Tour throughout San Francisco
Live Guide (English)
What's Not included
Hop-on, hop-off service
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Itinerary
See City Hall decorated and lit
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
Continue your tour along the holiday lights and festive decorations of the city
See the ILLUMINATE SF Festival of Light installations
End your tour and enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate
Good to know
Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive by 6:00u202fpm. The bus departs promptly at 6:30u202fpm. Seating is first-come, first-served.
This tour is not a hop-on, hop-off service.
The tour runs from November 27, 2026, to January 3, 2027.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.